The Direct Care Movement | Episode 8
Revolutionizing Healthcare with Free-Market Models: Matt Ohrt on Self-Funded Health Plans & Direct Care
Join us in this enlightening episode of the Direct Care Movement podcast, where Dr. Demetrio J. Aguila III sits down with Matt Ohrt from Self Fund Health to discuss the transformative progress in free-market healthcare in Wisconsin. Discover how self-funded health plans, direct care models, and strategic partnerships are revolutionizing the healthcare industry. Matt shares his unexpected journey from corporate HR to healthcare innovation, the success story of Merrell Steel, and the impact of his book, “Save Your Company, Don’t Feed the Beast.” If you’re a medical student, resident, fellow, or a curious employer, this episode is packed with insights on how to align incentives and improve healthcare delivery. Don’t miss out on this inspiring conversation!
Published on
November 12, 2024
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Chapters
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00:00 – Intro
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03:47 – Book
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10:03 – Direct Care Impact
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13:12 – Doctors Involvement
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27:16 – Graphic
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34:10 – Advice for Students
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38:44 – Connect with Matt